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Australia: Understanding TGA's New Requirements for Medical Devices Containing Medicinal, Microbial, Recombinant, or Animal-Origin Substances – April/May 2025

Australia: Understanding TGA's New Requirements for Medical Devices Containing Medicinal, Microbial, Recombinant, or Animal-Origin Substances – April/May 2025

  • 2025-04-24 03:49:40

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has introduced updated regulatory requirements, effective from July 1, 2024, for medical devices containing medicinal, microbial, recombinant, or animal-origin substances. These changes aim to streamline classification rules, update labelling requirements, and broaden the recognition of international regulatory approvals, thereby reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens while maintaining safety standards.

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Australia: Unique Device Identification (UDI) Requirements: What Medical Device Manufacturers Must Know for Compliance in 2025–2030 – April/May 2025

Australia: Unique Device Identification (UDI) Requirements: What Medical Device Manufacturers Must Know for Compliance in 2025–2030 – April/May 2025

  • 2025-04-24 06:13:27

Australia’s implementation of the Unique Device Identification (UDI) system marks a major advancement in medical device traceability and regulatory oversight. This article provides medical device manufacturers with essential guidance on the TGA’s UDI requirements, timelines, and compliance obligations from 2025 through 2030. It also outlines key roles, exemptions, and actionable strategies to support successful market access and patient safety.

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China: Announcement of the National Medical Products Administration on Further Adjusting and Optimizing Matters Related to the Production of Imported Medical Devices by Domestic Enterprises in China (No. 30 of 2025) – April/May 2025

China: Announcement of the National Medical Products Administration on Further Adjusting and Optimizing Matters Related to the Production of Imported Medical Devices by Domestic Enterprises in China (No. 30 of 2025) – April/May 2025

  • 2025-04-24 07:49:13

The National Medical Products Administration has further adjusted and optimized certain provisions of the Announcement on Matters Concerning the Production of Imported Medical Device Products by Domestic Enterprises in China, originally issued in September 2020.

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Singapore: Public Consultation on Best Practices Guide for Medical Device Cybersecurity – April/May 2025

Singapore: Public Consultation on Best Practices Guide for Medical Device Cybersecurity – April/May 2025

  • 2025-04-24 08:42:19

HSA's Medical Devices Cluster has released a draft on Best Practices Guide for Medical Device Cybersecurity for stakeholder consultation. The document provides recommendations on cybersecurity best practices for medical devices, focusing on both pre-market and post-market stages of the device's Total Product Lifecycle (TPLC).

This document is targeted for Medical Device Manufacturers and Healthcare providers, and currently available as a draft for consultation. Which opens from 10 March 2025 to 12 May 2025. The feedback can be submitted by filling out the provided template and upload to the established link.

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QT Analysis: World's First Digital Medical Product Act Enforcement Rules Established in Korea  – March/April 2025

QT Analysis: World's First Digital Medical Product Act Enforcement Rules Established in Korea – March/April 2025

  • 2025-03-25 09:14:44

South Korea's newly enacted Digital Medical Products Act (DMPA) establishes a dedicated regulatory framework for AI-driven devices, digital therapeutics, and health apps, ensuring their safety, effectiveness, and quality. Taking effect in January 2025, the Act introduces risk-based classifications, software and cybersecurity requirements, and clear pathways for digital health product approvals, positioning Korea as a global leader in digital health regulation.

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QT Activity: 2025 Updates & Forecast for European Medical Device Regulations Webinar Summary Recap – February/March 2025

QT Activity: 2025 Updates & Forecast for European Medical Device Regulations Webinar Summary Recap – February/March 2025

  • 2025-02-21 05:38:28

Qualtech hosted a webinar providing key insights into the evolving European medical device regulations. The discussion covered essential updates, including the MDR transition period extension, Article 10A supply notification requirements, the gradual rollout of EUDAMED, the implications of the European AI Act, and regulatory changes in the UK and Switzerland. Attendees gained valuable guidance on compliance strategies and proactive measures to navigate these regulatory shifts.

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